Security News > 2020 > March > IRS scams during tax season target unsuspecting consumers

Scam robocalls and phishing emails disguised as banks continue to trick consumers to put their personal information at risk, and tax season is no exception.

These tactics are particularly effective due to tax payers concerns of misfiling their taxes or accidentally running into trouble with groups like the IRS. McAfee researchers recently uncovered an example of an illegitimate IRS site created to scam unsuspecting consumers.

41% of Americans admitted to falling victim to email phishing scams in 2019, serving as another reminder to be vigilant during the stressful tax season.

Phishing is a common tactic crooks leverage during tax season, so stay vigilant around your inbox and double-check legitimacy of any unfamiliar or remotely suspicious emails.

Be wary of strange file attachment names such as "Virus-for-you.doc" and remember that the Office of Social Security or IRS do not call or email tax payers.

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